If your dream holiday involves far-flung beaches, bazaars, and postcard-perfect sunsets, but your wallet says otherwise, you’re in luck. The 17th Annual
Long Haul Holiday Report 2025 by Post Office Travel Money just dropped, revealing the world’s most affordable long-haul getaways. The report actually compared costs for eight essentials, right from coffee and bottled water to three-course dinners for two, and came out with a list, some entrants on which surprised us too. And here’s the headline news: Delhi has officially made it to the global Top 10, ranking 8th among the world’s cheapest long-haul holiday destinations! With an average daily holiday cost of £85.89 (roughly ₹10,200), India’s capital proves that luxury doesn’t always need a big budget. The winner, however, is Vietnam's up and coming corner, Hoi An, which is a backpacker's delight in myriad ways.
The World’s 10 Cheapest Long-Haul Destinations
1. Hoi An, Vietnam – £58.81 ( ₹7,000)
This charming riverside town is all about lantern-lit nights, tailor-made outfits, and endless bowls of pho. From its colonial architecture to lazy beach days at An Bang, everything here feels magical
2. Cape Town, South Africa – £64.28 (₹7,650)
Where mountains meet the sea, and wine flows as freely as conversation. Enjoy Table Mountain views, penguin colonies, and vineyards, all without blowing your budget.
3. Bali, Indonesia – £67.79 ( ₹8,070)
Bali’s allure never fades. Whether it’s surfing in Canggu, temples in Ubud, or massages by the beach, the island offers five-star experiences at thrift-shop prices.
4. Mombasa, Kenya – £68.33 (₹8,140)
Golden sands, Swahili flavours, and sunsets that melt into the Indian Ocean. Mombasa is a coastal dream that lets you explore Africa’s cultural heart without emptying your bank account.
5. Tokyo, Japan – £68.61 ( ₹8,170)
Surprised? Japan’s capital, often seen as pricey, offers affordable sushi counters, efficient public transport, and quirky capsule stays if you know where to look.
6. Colombo, Sri Lanka – £73.93 (₹8,800)
Sip on Ceylon tea, browse local markets, and explore temples: there are many ways to make the most of Colombo’s laid-back vibe. And affordable seafood make it a tropical steal.
7. Penang, Malaysia – £83.85 (₹9,980)
Penang is a street food paradise in Malaysia, famous for delicacies like laksa, satay, and char kway teow that you can have for pocket change. Add colonial charm and colourful murals, and it’s no wonder travellers linger longer.
8. Delhi, India – £85.89 (₹10,200)
The chaos and colour of India’s capital is legendary, even if the noise from the traffic might threaten to deafen you! From heritage sites like Humayun’s Tomb and Red Fort to the cramped yet aromatic lanes of Chandni Chowk, Delhi gives you a sensory overload, all at a fraction of what you’d pay in Europe.
9. Phuket, Thailand – £87.82 (₹10,460)
Sun, sea, and street food, Phuket delivers all three in spades. From tuk-tuk rides to beach parties, your pound goes far enough for a good tan and a massage.
10. Santiago, Chile – £93.02 (₹11,070)
Nestled between the Andes and the Pacific, Santiago serves up wine country tours, trendy cafes, and mountain views — without luxury price tags.
